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What is the primary function of a transformer in a DC power supply?
What is the primary function of a transformer in a DC power supply?
- To step down AC voltage for desired DC output (correct)
- To regulate the DC voltage
- To rectify AC voltage to DC voltage
- To filter the output voltage
What type of voltage is typically used in AC power supplies before converting to DC?
What type of voltage is typically used in AC power supplies before converting to DC?
- 50 V RMS
- 330 V RMS
- 220 V RMS (correct)
- 110 V RMS
What component converts AC voltage to DC voltage in the power supply process?
What component converts AC voltage to DC voltage in the power supply process?
- Diode rectifier (correct)
- Capacitor
- Transformer
- Regulator circuit
What is an ideal DC power supply characterized by?
What is an ideal DC power supply characterized by?
What distinguishes a real power supply from an ideal power supply?
What distinguishes a real power supply from an ideal power supply?
How is line regulation defined in the context of voltage regulation?
How is line regulation defined in the context of voltage regulation?
What component helps filter the full-wave rectified voltage in a DC power supply?
What component helps filter the full-wave rectified voltage in a DC power supply?
What is the role of a voltage regulator in a DC power supply?
What is the role of a voltage regulator in a DC power supply?
What percentage of electronic equipment is powered from low voltage DC supplies?
What percentage of electronic equipment is powered from low voltage DC supplies?
What is one of the main characteristics required from a DC power supply?
What is one of the main characteristics required from a DC power supply?
What does the transformer in a DC power supply do?
What does the transformer in a DC power supply do?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a DC power supply?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a DC power supply?
What is the typical AC voltage connected to the transformer in a DC power supply?
What is the typical AC voltage connected to the transformer in a DC power supply?
Which type of voltage regulator converts AC mains into low voltage DC supplies?
Which type of voltage regulator converts AC mains into low voltage DC supplies?
What aspect does a well-regulated DC supply provide in response to load changes?
What aspect does a well-regulated DC supply provide in response to load changes?
The main source of low voltage DC supplies can be which of the following?
The main source of low voltage DC supplies can be which of the following?
What component serves as the control element in a series linear voltage regulator?
What component serves as the control element in a series linear voltage regulator?
Which circuit configuration is utilized for sensing changes in output voltage in a series linear voltage regulator?
Which circuit configuration is utilized for sensing changes in output voltage in a series linear voltage regulator?
In the process of regulation, what does the error detector compare?
In the process of regulation, what does the error detector compare?
What happens when a change is detected in the output voltage of a series linear voltage regulator?
What happens when a change is detected in the output voltage of a series linear voltage regulator?
Which circuit amplifies the error voltage between the reference and sensed values?
Which circuit amplifies the error voltage between the reference and sensed values?
What type of regulated power supply uses series linear regulators?
What type of regulated power supply uses series linear regulators?
Which component does NOT typically function in a series linear voltage regulation circuit?
Which component does NOT typically function in a series linear voltage regulation circuit?
What is the primary goal of a series linear voltage regulator?
What is the primary goal of a series linear voltage regulator?
What does line regulation measure in a voltage regulator?
What does line regulation measure in a voltage regulator?
What is the formula used to calculate line regulation?
What is the formula used to calculate line regulation?
If the output voltage decreases from 12 V to 11.9 V under full load, what is the load regulation percentage?
If the output voltage decreases from 12 V to 11.9 V under full load, what is the load regulation percentage?
How is load regulation typically expressed?
How is load regulation typically expressed?
A voltage regulator outputs 15 V but changes to 14.75 V under load. What is the line regulation percentage?
A voltage regulator outputs 15 V but changes to 14.75 V under load. What is the line regulation percentage?
What does a drop in input voltage cause in a voltage regulator?
What does a drop in input voltage cause in a voltage regulator?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between load current and output voltage in load regulation?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between load current and output voltage in load regulation?
If the no-load output voltage is 10 V and the full-load output voltage is 9.5 V, what is the load regulation percentage?
If the no-load output voltage is 10 V and the full-load output voltage is 9.5 V, what is the load regulation percentage?
What is the primary function of a zener diode in a Zener-regulated DC power supply?
What is the primary function of a zener diode in a Zener-regulated DC power supply?
How does the zener diode respond when the input voltage varies within its limits?
How does the zener diode respond when the input voltage varies within its limits?
What happens to the zener current (IZ) as the input voltage (VIN) changes?
What happens to the zener current (IZ) as the input voltage (VIN) changes?
What determines the limitations on input voltage variation in a zener-regulated power supply?
What determines the limitations on input voltage variation in a zener-regulated power supply?
In a Zener-regulated power supply, at what condition is the zener diode likely to operate efficiently?
In a Zener-regulated power supply, at what condition is the zener diode likely to operate efficiently?
What characterizes the output voltage across a zener diode at no-load conditions?
What characterizes the output voltage across a zener diode at no-load conditions?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a Zener-regulated DC power supply?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a Zener-regulated DC power supply?
When the load on a Zener-regulated power supply is at full load, what effect does it have on the zener diode?
When the load on a Zener-regulated power supply is at full load, what effect does it have on the zener diode?
What does the last two digits in the part number of a regulator in the 78XX series denote?
What does the last two digits in the part number of a regulator in the 78XX series denote?
Which component is NOT typically included in an integrated circuit voltage regulator?
Which component is NOT typically included in an integrated circuit voltage regulator?
What type of voltage do the components in the 79XX series regulate?
What type of voltage do the components in the 79XX series regulate?
Which of the following IC regulators is a variable voltage regulator?
Which of the following IC regulators is a variable voltage regulator?
What is the primary function of an error detector in an integrated circuit voltage regulator?
What is the primary function of an error detector in an integrated circuit voltage regulator?
What type of load voltage regulation is typically achieved with an op-amp in a linear voltage regulator?
What type of load voltage regulation is typically achieved with an op-amp in a linear voltage regulator?
In the 78XX series of voltage regulators, which of the following designs is used for fixed positive voltage outputs?
In the 78XX series of voltage regulators, which of the following designs is used for fixed positive voltage outputs?
What is the typical configuration for an integrated circuit voltage regulator with fixed negative output?
What is the typical configuration for an integrated circuit voltage regulator with fixed negative output?
Flashcards
DC Power Supply
DC Power Supply
A power source that provides a stable and consistent DC voltage to electronic devices.
Low Voltage DC Supplies
Low Voltage DC Supplies
The majority of electronic devices rely on low-voltage DC power.
Voltage Regulation
Voltage Regulation
The ability of a power supply to maintain a constant output voltage despite changes in input voltage or load conditions.
Requirements of a DC Power Supply
Requirements of a DC Power Supply
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Transformer
Transformer
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Zener-Regulated DC Power Supply
Zener-Regulated DC Power Supply
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Basic Linear Voltage Regulator
Basic Linear Voltage Regulator
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Integrated Circuit Voltage Regulators
Integrated Circuit Voltage Regulators
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Line Regulation
Line Regulation
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Ideal DC Power Supply
Ideal DC Power Supply
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Real DC Power Supply
Real DC Power Supply
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Linear Voltage Regulator
Linear Voltage Regulator
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Line Regulation (%/V)
Line Regulation (%/V)
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Load Regulation (% Change)
Load Regulation (% Change)
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No-Load (NL) Voltage
No-Load (NL) Voltage
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Zener Current (IZ)
Zener Current (IZ)
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Minimum Zener Current (IZK)
Minimum Zener Current (IZK)
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Maximum Zener Current (IZM)
Maximum Zener Current (IZM)
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Zener Voltage (VZ)
Zener Voltage (VZ)
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No-load Zener Current
No-load Zener Current
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Full-load Zener Current
Full-load Zener Current
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Series Linear Voltage Regulator
Series Linear Voltage Regulator
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Output Sample Circuit
Output Sample Circuit
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Error Voltage
Error Voltage
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Reference Voltage
Reference Voltage
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Error Detector
Error Detector
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Pass Transistor
Pass Transistor
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Load
Load
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Resistive Voltage Divider
Resistive Voltage Divider
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Fixed Voltage Regulator
Fixed Voltage Regulator
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Variable Voltage Regulator
Variable Voltage Regulator
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78xx Series
78xx Series
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79xx Series
79xx Series
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LM317
LM317
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LM337
LM337
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Series Voltage Regulator
Series Voltage Regulator
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Study Notes
ECE121: Electronics (1) - Lecture 1: Regulated Power Supply
- The lecture covers regulated power supplies, a crucial component for most electronic equipment (approximately 95%).
- Power sources can be batteries or AC mains-to-DC converters.
- Electronic components need regulated DC supplies, characterized by stable voltage, minimal noise, and rapid response to load changes.
- A typical DC power supply's components include a transformer, rectifier, filter, and an IC regulator, in that order.
- The transformer steps down the AC voltage (typically 220 V RMS) to the desired DC output level.
- The rectifier converts the AC voltage to a pulsating DC voltage using diodes (full-wave rectification).
- A filter, usually a capacitor, smooths the pulsating DC voltage to produce near-constant DC voltage.
- A regulator circuit ensures a stable output voltage, despite input voltage or load changes.
- Ideal power supplies maintain a constant output voltage, regardless of changes in input voltage or load.
- Real power supplies' output voltage changes with load or input changes.
Concept of Voltage Regulation
- Line regulation measures the percentage change in output voltage due to an input voltage change.
- It's calculated as [(ΔVout/Vout) * 100%]/ΔVin, with percentage change per volt as the unit (e.g., %/V).
A Zener-Regulated DC Power Supply
- A zener diode creates a stable reference voltage.
- Output voltage remains nearly constant as input voltage varies, within defined limits.
- Output current (Iz) changes proportionally to input voltage changes.
- Minimum and maximum current values (Izk, Izm) dictate input voltage variations.
Basic Linear Voltage Regulator
- Regulated power supplies include linear power supplies (series and shunt) and switched power supplies.
- The control element in a series linear regulator is a pass transistor.
- Sample circuit measures output voltage.
- Error detector compares sample and reference voltages.
- Compensating actions maintain output voltage stability by the control element.
- Resistor voltage divider detects output voltage changes, amplified by the op-amp.
- The op-amp adjusts the transistor to keep output voltage to the reference value.
Integrated Circuit Voltage Regulators
- IC regulators combine reference voltage, error detection, and control components in one unit, optimizing efficiency.
- 78xx series are fixed positive voltage regulators (e.g., 7805 is 5V).
- 79xx series are fixed negative voltage regulators (e.g., 7905 is -5V).
- LM317 is a variable positive voltage regulator.
- LM337 is a variable negative voltage regulator.
- The last two digits in the IC regulator part numbers correspond to output voltage.
Power Supply Project
- Students should choose a type of IC regulator, simulate it using Proteus software, and submit their results by a specified date.
- Teams should create variable (+ve or -ve) power supplies and deliver them by another specified date.
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This quiz assesses your knowledge of the components and functions involved in DC power supplies. Topics include transformers, rectifiers, voltage regulation, and the characteristics of ideal versus real power supplies. Test your understanding of how AC voltage is converted to DC and the roles of various components in the process.
